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It is possible that you could be experiencing an alternator failure (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-alternator). When alternators fail, they can cause a number of electrical issues (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/electric-problems-inspection) to occur that seem unrelated. My best recommendation would be to have your battery and alternator...

Hi, thanks for writing in. You will need to have the cooling fan clutch checked to see if it is working properly. The engine will not cool properly if the clutch is not locking enough as the engine gets hot....

Hi and thanks for contacting YourMechanic. To test the alternator correctly you will need to full field the alternator (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/alternator-replacement). Get a Vat 40 or a Ferret 40 and hook it up to the battery and put the inductive pick...

The radiator leaking coolant (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/oil-fluid-leak-inspection) would be the the most important leak to repair first. The thermostat can be checked by watching the temperature on the gauge to see if the temperature gets up near the middle of the gauge...

Hi there. Aftermarket alarm systems can create problems, typically from poor installations. The vehicle's wiring harness is usually tapped into and removal of the alarm system is more than just pulling a fuse. Most aftermarket alarm systems are installed under...

This may be a sign of a weak battery, a failing voltage regulator or failing alternator. As you may know, the alternator is responsible for charging the battery while the engine runs by generating amperage and recharging the battery while...

Hi there. In most cases, a bad or malfunctioning heater (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/heater-is-not-working-inspection) is accompanied by an overheating problem. However, if you're temperature gauge is HOT and you've got white smoke blowing from the exhaust, this can be an indication of coolant...

The park assist feature on your vehicle is actuated by putting the gear shift into reverse. It is comprised of a speaker, the sensors, and the park assist module. The module will call for an alert sound when there is...

I would first check with another exhaust shop to get a second opinion. Sometimes the metal used or the flex pipe location will not allow a new pipe to be welded in.